US Popularity:1976
Origin:British
Meaning:Small coastal inlet; Enclosed chamber; Bold, courageous
Cove is a name that appeals to the senses. It is embedded with the sound of crashing waves, a salty sea aroma, and visions of beautiful blue waters. A gender-neutral moniker, Cove takes its meaning from both the geographical phenomenon and the English surname. The seaside feature is described as a “small coastal inlet,” and there are breathtaking examples all over the world. The moniker was also a habitational surname given to people who live in the areas of Cove in Devon and Suffolk, amongst others. Thought to derive from the Old English term cofa, its most popular meaning is “enclosed chamber.” The word cāf also inspired Cove as a nickname, also in Old English, which denotes “bold” and “courageous.” Baby Cove will be a breath of fresh air when their vibey selves arrive. Boasting a serene and chilled-out personality, your little one will float through life effortlessly.

Cove Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Cove is currently #1976 in U.S. births
Boy:Cove is currently #1316 in U.S. births
Girl:Cove is currently #2074 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#2074
in 2023
+ 245
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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